Jesús Lorente Ariza is an economist, auditor, and tax advisor specialising in the taxation and legal framework of cryptocurrencies since 2016, with a pioneering role in Spain’s crypto ecosystem. He is the founder of CLCripto (Consultoría Legal Cripto), the largest Spanish consultancy focused on crypto taxation and regulatory compliance, which has been integrated into ECIJA, where Jesús leads the dedicated cryptoassets and blockchain practice. Recognised by Lefebvre-El Derecho as one of the “25 visionaries of the Legal Sector in Spain,” he combines deep technical expertise with strategic insight into digital assets. Jesús also runs a high-profile YouTube channel on crypto taxation, serving as a key educational resource for investors and professionals, and is regularly invited to speak at industry events and contribute to media discussions on crypto tax matters.
Publications
Co-author of the Spain chapter in the Cryptoassets Law Guide , published 2 June 2026 , alongside Héctor Sbert and Xavier Miraball .